Suspected 'neo-Nazi satanic terrorist' arrested after university threats halt classes

Authorities have apprehended a 22-year-old suspect in connection with a series of threats that disrupted classes at four Chilean universities. The arrest by the Investigative Police (PDI) followed the mass distribution of intimidating emails to educational institutions, warning of impending armed attacks.

The messages, which included a photograph of a pistol and a knife, stated, "I will carry out a massacre." The sender claimed to be part of a "neo-Nazi satanic terrorist organization" and threatened anyone who stood in their way. This alarming communication led to the immediate suspension of classes on Friday at the University of Santiago de Chile (USACh), Diego Portales University (UDP), Alberto Hurtado University (UAH), and Academia de Humanismo Cristiano University.

Despite the severity of the threats and the fear they instilled, the suspect reportedly had no prior criminal record. The PDI's swift action aimed to restore a sense of security and normalcy to the affected campuses.